Yeah, that's exactly what it is, they are just cutting some of their costs but still continuing the take your money scheme. I have to say, it is a $100 maximum though, the cops, especially in Cali. can make a lot more money in other easier ways.... I was out there years ago and we parked somewhere and went for a walk, came back about 30 minutes later and the rental was towed, it cost us a couple hundred to get it back, the No Parking signs were literally about 15-20ft up on the post, you had to break your neck to see them, tow trucks were lining up, it was like a damn cash factory for the city (L.A.).